Training Instructor (Vocational Training Instructor - Dog Trainer)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Lewis Run (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking a qualified dog trainer to lead canine training programs and ensure safe, humane supervision of working dogs across facilities.

The role requires certification as a dog trainer with substantial teaching and lead-trainer experience, plus the ability to develop and review training materials and supervise staff in a corrections setting. Applicants must meet extensive education and selective-factor requirements as part of federal qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or instructing in adult education or similar settings.
• Experience supervising or administering a training program.
• Development or review of training materials and evaluation of results.

Skills

Dog training

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent

Graduate education related to education or position

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements: Basic Requirements: Education: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. OR Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s). Supervising or administering a training program. Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results. Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. AND In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, applicants must have the following: Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study - education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. OR Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position, and demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position, and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Some examples of this qualifying experience could be: Experience in teaching with full and primary responsibility for classroom instruction. Experience in supervising or administering a training program. Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above. AND Selective Placement Factor: Applicants applying for this position MUST also possess the following Selective Factor. In the event that you do not possess the Selective Factor, you will be found ineligible for the position. Applicant must: 1. Possess and maintain a current certificate from one of the following recognized certifying agencies as an advanced-to-expert level dog trainer with expertise in animal behavior: A. IAABC-CDBC - International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants- Certified Dog Behavior Consultant OR B. NADOI - National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors OR C. IACP-PDTI - International Association of Canine Professionals- Professional Dog Trainer Instructor OR D. CAAB - Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist OR E. DACVB - Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists OR F. PCBC-A - Professional Canine Behavior Consultant (from the Pet Professional Accreditation Board) OR G. Certification as CBCC-KA-Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) AND a. CPDT-KA - Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) OR b. IAABC-ADT - International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants- Accredited Dog Trainer OR c. CPT-A - Canine Personal Trainer (from the Pet Professional Accreditation Board) OR d. IACP-CDTA - International Association of Canine Professionals Certified Dog Trainer Advanced) AND 2. Applicant must have one (1) year teaching experience AND 3. Applicant must also have three (3) years of work experience as a lead dog trainer. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities. NOTE: All applicants MUST clearly address the Selective Factor in their resume. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.